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Discover the origins of Buddhism and its tenets from the seminal texts. Drawn from the sacred books of Buddhism, this collection reveals the insights and beliefs at the heart of the world's fourth-largest religion. Siddhartha Guatama, a sixth-century Hindu warrior prince, renounced the world in his search for the meaning of life and became the Buddha, or "Enlightened One," while meditating at Bodh Gaya. From that moment forward the Buddha sought to...
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Get the Summary of Erik Jampa Andersson's Unseen Beings in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Unseen Beings" by Erik Jampa Andersson is a profound exploration of the human-centric perspective that has led to detrimental effects on Earth's quality of life. The book encourages a shift from this anthropocentric view to better our future by acknowledging the errors of our past and altering our outlook to reinforce our...
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This new collection of essays shares insights drawn from more than fifty years of traveling. Teaching and dharma work. Tarthang Tulku addresses a broad range of topics including his life and education, the meanings and symbols of the Nyingma tradition, and the transmission of the Dharma to the West. Here is a journey of mind, documented for any who care about the human condition and the survival of ancient wisdom for the future.
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This collection of essays offers an overview of the Dharma activities of Tarthang Rinpoche, Head Lama of the Tibetan Nyingma Meditation Center, with a special emphasis on the text preservation work of the Yeshe De Project, whose decades-long efforts have resulted in one of the largest free text distributions in the history of the world. Originally published over the course of many years in works not widely available to the public, these essays have...
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An authoritative translation of 172 of Nichiren's writings presented in chronological order. The collection includes Nichiren's five major works as well as other treatises setting forth his doctrine, writings remonstrating with government officials, and letters offering advice, encouragement, or consolation to believers. The translations are based on those of Burton Watson, formerly of Columbia University and an award-winning translator of Chinese...
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There is a fine art to presenting complex ideas with simplicity and insight, in a manner that both guides and inspires. In Taking the Path of Zen Robert Aitken presents the practice, lifestyle, rationale, and ideology of Zen Buddhism with remarkable clarity.
The foundation of Zen is the practice of zazen, or mediation, and Aitken Roshi insists that everything flows from the center. He discusses correct breathing, posture, routine, teacher-student...
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A master of psychoanalysis and social philosophy explores Zen Buddhism In 1957, social philosopher and psychoanalyst Erich Fromm invited Daisetz T. Suzuki, the most famous Zen Buddhist master in the Western world, to a seminar at his new home in Cuernavaca, Mexico. Their discussion was one of the highlights of Fromm's life, and the paper Fromm presented (and later expanded into a book) was a watershed work. Fromm demonstrates his mastery of the philosophy...
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Embark on a journey into the enigmatic realms that lie beyond the brink of mortality in "Exploring the Mysteries of Life and Death." This captivating exploration delves deep into the intriguing phenomenon of Near-Death Experiences (NDEs) and their profound implications for our understanding of consciousness, the afterlife, and the human experience.In this thought-provoking book, we traverse the vast landscape of NDEs, uncovering their mystifying elements-out-of-body...
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In this elegant self-portrait, the world's most outspoken and influential spiritual leader recounts his epic and engaging life story. The Dalai Lama's most accessible and intimate book, My Spiritual Journey is an excellent introduction to the larger-than-life leader of Tibetan Buddhism-perfect for anyone curious about Eastern religion, invested in the Free Tibet movement, or simply seeking a richer spiritual life. The Dalai Lama's riveting, deeply...
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Bushido, "the way (or the moral) of the warrior") is a Japanese term describing a codified samurai way of life, loosely analogous to the concept of chivalry in Europe.The "way" originates from the samurai moral values, most commonly stressing some combination of frugality, loyalty, martial arts mastery, and honor until death. Born from Neo-Confucianism during times of peace in Tokugawa Japan and following Confucian texts, Bushido was also influenced...
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Enlightenment is within reach -- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
If you're searching for revelation and contentment, look no further than a handshake, a cup of coffee -- even your laundry pile. The most mundane details of life contain zen's profound truths, if you're of the mind to look for them.
By awakening to and embracing the zen in your life, you'll listen, watch, eat, work, laugh, sleep, and breathe your way to truth -- every moment of every...
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In this landmark book, esteemed Buddhist teacher Sylvia Boorstein addresses this incisive question in a warm, delightful and personal way. With the same down-to-earth charm and wit that have endeared her to her many students and readers, Boorstein shows how one can be both an observant Jew and a passionately committed Buddhist.
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Explores the music of the Tibetan Chöd tradition.
The Sound of Vultures' Wings offers the first in-depth exploration of the music of the Tibetan Chöd tradition, which is based on the liturgical song-poems of the twelfth-century Tibetan female ascetic Machik Labdrön (1055-1153). Chöd is a musical/meditative Vajrayāna method for cutting off the root of suffering, namely, egoic identification with the body, or the belief that the "I" is the locus...
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Feeling stressed or caught up in negative thoughts?
Need a moment for yourself amidst the daily hustle?
Looking for more joy and satisfaction in life?
"The Monkey With The Watering Can: 27 Stories to Relieve Stress, Stop Negative Thoughts, Find Happiness, and Live Your Best Life" is the answer to your quest. This book is a collection of 27 stories crafted to ease your mind, uplift your spirit, and lead you towards a happier life.
Each story unveils...
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A lively exploration of contemporary Buddhism from one of its most admired teachers
Do you feel at home right now? Or do you sense a hovering anxiety or uncertainty, an underlying unease that makes you feel just a bit uncomfortable, a bit distracted and disconnected from those around you?
In The Road Home, Ethan Nichtern, a senior teacher in the Shambhala Buddhist tradition, investigates the journey each of us takes to find where we belong....